Java Developer

Join a high-impact engineering team within a large-scale airline environment as a Junior Java Developer (Full-Stack, Backend-Focused). In this contract-to-hire position, you will play a key role in modernizing legacy operational systems and migrating critical applications to the Azure cloud. This is an opportunity to work on complex, real-world systems that directly support airline operations and decision-making. You will collaborate within a learning-focused, Agile team, gain hands-on experience with both backend and frontend technologies, and contribute to the ongoing transformation of essential airline platforms. The position is based in Dallas, TX, with a hybrid work schedule (onsite Tuesday through Thursday), and offers opportunities for professional growth, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive, collaborative culture. WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Contribute to the migration of legacy on-premises applications to Azure cloud
• Support development and maintenance of operational management systems, air traffic coordination platforms, and cloud-based services
• Assist with backend development using Java and Spring Boot, and perform frontend updates using Angular
• Participate in troubleshooting, debugging, and enhancing existing systems
• Work with team members to implement business logic and application features
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps initiatives as needed
• Collaborate within an Agile team environment across multiple squads
• Engage in ongoing learning to gain familiarity with system architecture and business workflows
• Support and accelerate modernization and cloud migration initiatives
• Begin contributing to development tasks and user stories within the first few months
• Become a reliable contributor across multiple applications and help drive modernization efforts long-term

• 0-2 years of experience in software development
• Strong foundation in Java and object-oriented programming
• Experience or familiarity with Spring Boot (or similar frameworks)
• Experience or familiarity with frontend frameworks (Angular preferred)
• Experience or familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure or AWS)
• Understanding of software development lifecycle and Agile practices
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions) and DevOps concepts
• Experience working on full-stack applications is a plus
• Coursework or exposure to distributed systems or streaming tools (e.g., Flink) is a plus
• Curious, eager to learn, and comfortable asking questions
• Collaborative, team-oriented, and open to feedback
• Ability to work onsite in Dallas, TX (hybrid schedule: Tues-Thurs)

• Contract-to-hire opportunity with potential for long-term growth based on performance and business needs
• 401(k) matching plan
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Health Savings Account and Dependent Care FSA
• Supplemental coverage options
• 6 paid holidays and paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with virtual counseling, financial and legal services, and life coaching
• Relationship-driven process to ensure your best fit and regular meetings to support your engagement
• Collaborative, learning-focused team environment